Description
Indulge in a decadent yet healthy breakfast with Triple Chocolate Overnight Oats. This recipe combines creamy oats soaked overnight with rich cocoa powder, sweet chocolate chips, and a touch of vanilla, creating a luscious, chocolatey start to your day that requires no cooking and is perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Oat Mix
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chopped dark chocolate or chocolate shavings
- Optional: sliced banana or fresh berries
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl or jar, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, and chia seeds. Stir to evenly distribute the cocoa and chia throughout the oats.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the milk and Greek yogurt, then add the vanilla extract and maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the oats are fully coated.
- Incorporate chocolate chips: Stir in one tablespoon of mini chocolate chips into the oat mixture for extra chocolate bursts throughout the oats.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the bowl or jar with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let the oats soak overnight (or at least 6 hours) to allow them to soften and absorb the flavors.
- Serve with toppings: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Transfer to serving bowls if stored in a large container. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips and chopped dark chocolate on top. Add optional fresh fruit like banana slices or berries for added sweetness and texture.
Notes
- Use dairy-free milk and yogurt to make this recipe vegan.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- Chia seeds help thicken the oats and add omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To enhance chocolate flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
